Barbra Streisand has recorded more than 60 albums, almost all with Columbia Records. Her early works in the 1960s (her debut The Barbra Streisand Album which won two Grammy Awards in 1963, followed by The Second Barbra Streisand Album, The Third Album, My Name Is Barbra, etc.) are considered classic renditions of theater and nightclub standards, including her version of Happy Days Are Here Again. Beginning with My Name Is Barbra, her albums were often medley-filled keepsakes of her television specials.
Starting in 1969, Streisand tackled contemporary songwriters; like many talented singers of the day, she found herself a fish out of water in attempts to tackle rock, but her vocal talents prevailed and she gained newfound success with the pop and ballad-oriented Richard Perry-produced album Stoney End in 1971. The title track, written by Laura Nyro, was a big hit for Streisand.
Streisand's 1980 album, Guilty featured the songwriting, production and vocal talents of Barry Gibb and was the best-selling album of her recording career. During the 1970s, she was also highly prominent in the pop charts, with number-one records like The Way We Were, Evergreen, No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) (her duet with Donna Summer), and Woman In Love; some of these came from soundtracks of her films. She recently took part in supporting Haiti in singing "We are the World 25th anniversary.
When the 1970s ended, Streisand was named the most successful female singer in the U.S. - only Elvis Presley and The Beatles having sold more albums. [1]
[1] In 1982, New York Times music critic Stephen Holden wrote that Streisand was "the most influential mainstream American pop singer since Frank Sinatra."
My Shining Hour
Barbra Streisand Lyrics
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And each second in it
Will leave a glow upon the sky
And as time goes by, it will never die
This will be my shining hour
Calm and happy and bright
In my dreams your face will flower
Like the lights of home before me
Or an angel watching over me
This will be my shining hour
'Til I'm with you again
Like the lights of home before me
Or an angel watching over me
This will be my shining hour
'Til I'm with you again
The lyrics to Barbra Streisand's song My Shining Hour are about appreciating and cherishing the present moment, as well as the hope and joy that it brings. The opening lines express the idea that each moment of time is precious and valuable, leaving a lasting impression on our lives that can never be forgotten or erased. The following lines describe the shining hour as a time of peace, happiness, and brightness, and express the desire for the memory of the moment to be preserved and cherished, even in the darkness of the night.
The reference to "the lights of home" and "an angel watching over me" suggest a feeling of safety and comfort, as well as a sense of being guided and protected. The repeated refrain of "this will be my shining hour, 'til I'm with you again" reinforces the idea of hope and anticipation, suggesting that the memory of the shining hour will carry the singer through difficult times until they can be reunited with their loved one.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and appreciation for the present moment, as well as a belief in the power of hope and memory to sustain us through difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
This moment, this minute
The present moment, minute by minute, is valuable and will have a lasting impact.
And each second in it
Every single second counts and contributes to the overall impact of this shining hour.
Will leave a glow upon the sky
The beauty of this moment will be evident and have a positive impact everywhere.
And as time goes by, it will never die
Even as time passes, the impact of this shining hour will never truly diminish.
This will be my shining hour
This moment in time is especially significant and meaningful to me.
Calm and happy and bright
This moment is characterized by feelings of peace, joy, and optimism.
In my dreams your face will flower
Your presence gives me hope and encouragement, even in my dreams.
Through the darkness of the night
Even in difficult times or challenging circumstances, this shining hour is a beacon of hope.
Like the lights of home before me
This moment brings a sense of comfort and familiarity, like the lights of home shining in the distance.
Or an angel watching over me
I feel protected and guided by a higher power or guardian angel during this shining hour.
Til I'm with you again
I look forward to being reunited with someone special, which makes this shining hour all the more significant.
Contributed by Josiah V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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